• Electrical Engineer

    Actalent (Minneapolis, MN)


    Job Title: Electrical Engineer Job Description

     

    The Electrical Engineer supports the design, development, packaging, testing, and integration efforts of electrical/electronic systems and components, ultimately supporting the war-fighter. You will work under the general direction of a project engineering lead to perform electrical system design on a variety of military systems, including combat vehicles, gun systems, and guided munitions. The role requires providing detailed engineering analysis of components, subsystems, and systems for military product applications.

    Responsibilities

    + Support design and development of electrical/electronic systems and components.

    + Perform electrical system design on military systems such as combat vehicles, gun systems, and guided munitions.

    + Conduct detailed engineering analysis of components, subsystems, and systems for military product application.

    + Create, read, and comprehend schematics and interconnect drawings.

    + Develop and manage interface control documents.

    + Perform circuit simulations using tools like PSpice or LTspice.

    + Convey data, information, and technical results to customers effectively through verbal and written communication.

    Essential Skills

    + Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field and four years of relevant experience, or two years with a master's degree.

    + Ability to solve moderately complex technical design and development problems with a professional level of engineering knowledge.

    + Experience in creating, reading, and comprehending schematics and interconnect drawings.

    + Proficiency in circuit design using Cadence for analog and digital circuits.

    + Experience with simulation tools such as PSpice, Simulink, and MATLAB.

    + Experience with FPGA low-level coding.

    + Proficiency in LabVIEW, Simulink, and MATLAB.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Familiarity with relevant military and commercial design standards.

    + Knowledge of computer programming languages, such as C, C#, and LabWindows/CVI.

    + Working knowledge of Visio.

    + Familiarity with design for components in high EMI environments.

    + Systems Engineering and manufacturing knowledge.

    Work Environment

    This is an onsite position with a possibility of a hybrid role requiring 50% or more onsite presence. Candidates should be local and available for onsite work as needed. The position is with a leading defense contractor, providing a stable and rewarding work environment.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Minneapolis, Minnesota.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $50.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Minneapolis,MN.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 10, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.